Chinese New Year Gifts

There are many traditions associated with the Chinese New Year: fireworks, lantern festivals and great dragon and lion dances, but perhaps none is more popular than the gift of a red envelope. Giving red envelopes as Chinese New Year gifts shows that you wish recipients luck and wealth in the coming year. Because 8 is a lucky number, it is customary to insert $8 in each envelope, and distribute them to children with the greeting “blessings, happiness and prosperity.”

Chinese New Year is an ancient tradition that has its roots in the end-of-harvest celebrations. People would offer thanks to the gods for good harvests and ask for a good crop next year. The date of the festival is determined by solar and lunar calendars, so it will fluctuate on the Gregorian calendar. Although the Chinese New Year falls on a different date each year, it is typically between January 21st and February 20th. Browse our Chinese New Year gifts and when you’re ready, add items to your cart and checkout securely.